Yamaha has launched a new Carbon Edition version of the R15M in India. Priced at Rs 2.08 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), the Yamaha R15 Carbon Edition gets a carbon-fibre finish on its sides fairing, front cowl, and rear quarter panel, while the base Silver colour of the fuel tank remains untouched. Other noticeable bits include an all-black fender, blue accents across the fairing, fresh decals slapped on the tank, and blue-finished wheels with blacked-out tyres.
Showcased at the inaugural Bharat Mobility Expo in February 2024, the new Yamaha R15M Carbon Edition draws inspiration from the YZF-R1M's carbon fibre bodywork. Aside from visual upgrades, the R15M Carbon Edition gets a colour TFT digital display, which now comes with turn-by-turn navigation along with music & volume control. The mechanical and hardware components remain the same, though.
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'Since its launch in 2008, the R15 has embodied class-leading performance and has enabled numerous consumers in India to experience the joy of riding a SuperSport motorcycle with thoroughbred Yamaha Racing DNA. The young consumers in India are well versed with our international models and the lineage, styling and technology that percolates into the R15 from the R1 has also been significantly recognised and appreciated by them,' said Eishin Chihana, Chairman, Yamaha Motor India Group of Companies.
Yamaha R15M Carbon Edition: Powertrain
The Yamaha R15M Carbon Edition is powered by a 155cc liquid-cooled motor, which puts out 18bhp at 10,000rpm and 14.2Nm of peak torque at 7,500rpm. The gearbox is a six-speed unit, featuring a slip and assist clutch. Other electronic aids are a quick-shifter and a traction control system.
Yamaha R15M Carbon Edition: Hardware
The suspension setup consists of 37mm upside-down front forks and a preload-adjustable rear mono-shock, while a 282mm single disc performs the braking duties at the front and a 220mm single rotor at the back. Weighing 141kg, the bike rolls on 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 100/80-section front and 140/70-section rear tyres. Other highlights include 815mm of seat height and 170mm of ground clearance.
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Apart from the Carbon Edition, the Yamaha R15M gets a Metallic Grey colourway priced at Rs 1.98 lakh (ex-showroom). The Carbon Edition is available for purchase through all Yamaha Blue Square showrooms in India.
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